The last few years have seen the proliferation of so-called section 643(b) trusts. Although there are various iterations of these trust arrangements, a common purpose seems to permeate each of them: ...

IRS Section 1245 determines how certain types of property are taxed upon sale. Specifically, it deals with recapturing depreciation on personal property and specific kinds of real estate. When ...

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Section 1256 contracts include certain regulated futures contracts, foreign currency contracts and non-equity options. These contracts receive a unique tax treatment under the IRS code and are subject ...

Whoever said you can’t have your cake and eat it too should have called their accountants and lawyers first. These professionals often receive inquiries from founders, equity investment firms and ...

June 21, 2023 - On March 30, 2023, the Internal Revenue Service issued Revenue Ruling 2023-2, which directly impacts a wide range of irrevocable trusts, including grantor retained annuity trusts, ...